Clodagh's Entertaining

Celery & cucumber are brilliant diuretics, lemon juice is cleansing, parsley is detoxing and turmeric helps combat inflammation. Importantly, a twist of pepper helps you get the most out of turmeric! Read the recipe here.

Beautiful, isn't it? This recipe is based on the wonderful traditional Irish soda bread that the whole world should know how to make. I've added Cheddar for flavour, but leave that out for the classic recipe. This load is cut into wedges, so every person can tear off their own, and they make it look like a sunflower! You can use any seeds I suggest here, even just a single variety. This freezes well, too.

Golden, spiced, and wonderfully soft, these sweet potato falafels are a vibrant twist on a Middle Eastern classic. Served with a cooling harissa yogurt dip, they make the perfect light lunch, starter, or sharing plate. Simple to make and full of flavour – you’ll be adding these to your regular rotation.

This Whole Poached Wild Salmon with Fresh Horseradish Cream is a beautifully elegant dish, perfect for summer feasts or celebratory gatherings. Gently poached with bay, fennel, and lemon, the salmon is served cold and garnished with cucumber and herbs, then paired with a vibrant homemade horseradish crème fraîche for a refreshing and flavourful finish.

Indulge in a decadent treat that’s entirely plant-based: our Vegan Chocolate Tart with Hazelnut Crust. Crunchy, nutty, and richly chocolatey, this tart combines a golden oat and hazelnut base with a silky, indulgent chocolate filling sweetened naturally with maple syrup. Perfect for sharing - or keeping all to yourself - this dessert is as elegant as it is effortless.

Whether you’re entertaining or simply craving a guilt-free chocolate fix, this tart is sure to impress.

A fresh and nutty twist on classic pesto pasta, this Kale and Walnut Pesto Fusilli combines vibrant kale, fragrant basil, and crunchy walnuts with parmesan and olive oil for a quick, flavourful supper. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s wholesome, comforting, and perfect for any day of the week.